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Former Scotland captain Greig Laidlaw revealed he spoke to Glasgow Warriors Head Coach Danny Wilson about a move to Scotstoun before signing for NTT Communications Shining Arcs. Laidlaw, who ended his 76-cap Scotland career after the 2019 Rugby World Cup, has signed a two-year deal to play for the Top League side, whose squad also […]
Tom Youngs and Leicester returned to training last week, but as they prepare to kickstart their Gallagher Premiership campaign he’s spoken to the media on his farmyard workouts, looking forward to working with a World Cup winner and being a rugby ‘traditionalist’. Youngs picks up farmyard regime Upon being furloughed, and with schools shut for […]
Chris Robshaw, who will leave Harlequins for San Diego Legion ahead of next year’s Major League Rugby season, has spoken to the media on why he’s making the move, and what it means for him. Robert Rees brings you the latest from The Stoop. A home return not ruled out… “It’s been in my mind […]
Speaking to the media, SRU CEO Mark Dodson has highlighted the provisions in place for the autumn tests, how full Murrayfield can be and when Scottish players can return to action. Robert Rees brings you the latest from the SRU camp. Player returns “From June 22, we’ve invited the players back to Murrayfield, subject to […]
The RFU CEO Bill Sweeney has revealed the full extent of social distancing has on the RFU home internationals financially, if they can go ahead with crowds later this year. Robert Rees brings the latest from RFU HQ. Capacity decreased Sweeney confirmed that Twickenham, which usually has a capacity of 82,000, could drop as low […]
RFU CEO Bill Sweeney has spoken to the media in relation to their struggles and on-going scenarios within English rugby. In it he confirmed the options on the table for the autumn internationals, Six Nations and the global calendar discussions. Robert Rees brings you the latest from the RFU camp. Global season “These discussions have […]
Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend has spoken to the media during the lockdown to discuss his relationship with Finn Russell, Scotland’s summer Tests, finishing the Six Nations and how good it can be to have major stars playing outside of Scotland. Robert Rees brings you the latest from the Scottish camp. When will Scotland play […]
Wayne Pivac has spoken to the media, via a webinar session, to discuss all matters Wales. From playing tests behind closed doors, to ‘The 38’, right down to the contracts in hand. He discussed the global season and his role as a teacher. Robert Rees brings you the full interview from the webinar. How has […]
Ed Slater very nearly never played rugby, but following years of success at Leicester and Gloucester he has found that there is more to rugby than just winning. Chatting to Robert Rees he looked at the salary cuts and what they mean for the sport, how he passes his isolation time and his aims in […]
The New York City rugby league team was unveiled on Tuesday, March. 10. Unlike Toronto and Ottawa though, the New York City team launch was in Liverpool, England and not in New York City or – its planned base of Harrison, New Jersey. A unique approach, yet respective of the competition where the side will […]
Following their drubbing at the hands of France, Wales women are feeling “positive” and are excited against their challenge against England. Captain Siwan Lillicrap spoke to the media. Wales women feeling upbeat “This might come to a shock for people listening in, but we’re feeling positive. They are semi-professional and one of the best sides […]
The Cardiff Blues are pleased with their second half revival against Benetton last Sunday as the back three impress in the side’s bonus-point victory. Robert Rees has the latest from the Arms Park. Mulvihill pleased with player reaction on Sunday “We got back to playing the way we prepared, there were a lot of uncontested […]
Following his sides 34-24 victory over Benetton Cardiff Blues head coach John Mulvihill updated the media on where the region stands with regards to its current transfer negotiations. Cardiff Blues remain in progress “We’ve probably got some things coming our way sooner or later,” said Mulvihill. “But we can’t say too much as players who […]
Bath Rugby winger Ruaridh McConnochie ‘just wants to perform’ and is not worried about England after a sensational brace in Bath’s 19-12 victory over Harlequins. The World Cup try-scorer was the star at the Rec yesterday scoring both tries for the home side. The first a mazy finish followed by a surging run down the […]
One of the hot topics in professional rugby at the moment is player welfare. Hence why Gareth Steenson noted the importance of a break for the players. Most Premiership players would have been given some time off to refresh both mentally and physically. David Challis was able to go into the Exeter Chiefs camp as […]
Italian rugby is heading into a new era, led by the likes of Seb Negri. Sergio Parisse is no longer the captain, Luca Bigi his successor. Conor O’Shea departed following their 2019 World Cup pool stage exit and the temporary replacement Franco Smith’s time is already underway. A fresh start is needed for the Azurri […]
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Warren Gatland has had his say on the Rugby World Cup in France in his recent UK Daily Telegraph article. Wales failed to progress beyond the last eight not because they were outfought and outthought. Rather that there is something wrong with the rules of the game, and how it is played at the highest […]
In a look back, Last Word on Rugby views the Rugby Heroes and Villains for 2023. Not focused entirely on one or the other – balanced in as how the sport of rugby union is a team-based game; as much as for individuals who can shine or be villainised for their contributions. Over the last […]
The 2023 Rugby Canada women’s team might be seen as one of the best years in the national team’s history. There were many highlights for the national team, including playing the Pacific Four Series in the nation’s capital in the summer. 2023 Rugby Canada women’s team: Finished second in the WXV 1 competition Strengths Players […]
Rugby League players are a talented and fearless bunch, so it only stands to reason that amongst them are some unusual hobbies. If you’ve ever wondered what some of the most exciting rugby league players in the world get up to in their spare time, or get up to now that they’ve retired, then we’ve […]
The Champions Cup game of the Stade Français vs Leicester game will take place on Sunday at 12:30 PM ET. This will be the first group-stage game for Stade Français Paris after the Leicester Tigers won on December 10 against the Stormers. While Stade Français lost on the road against the Sale Sharks, it will […]
The two most impressive teams this past week in European Professional Rugby Club (EPRC) competition were perhaps the Harlequin F.C. and the Exeter Chiefs. And in those games, Marcus Smith and Will Joseph were superb in Harlequins’ scintillating win over Racing 92 in Paris. On Saturday afternoon, the Chiefs were equally impressive in downing mighty […]
If you love a stat or fact, then you’ve come to the right place! After the French Top14 Round Nine concludes, LWOS adds to your weekend’s enjoyment. 14 Fun Facts of Top14 Round Nine Larissa Falls continues her series breaking down the names and numbers from Round Nine of the French Top14. Après un énorme combat, […]
